I want a breast augmentation because I'm not happy with the shape and size of my breasts. I have gone to see 3 surgeons and one has told me my breast are mildly tuberous. I can understand what he means as they do have some characteristics of tuberous breasts but I was concerned that the other two doctors didn't mention that to me. It would be good to have another opinion on this. The doctor who said I had tuberous breasts also recommenced teardrop implants whilst the others said round.
Answer: Not tuberous; Round is good Unfortunately, surgeons have created the term tuberous breasts, a fact which causes unnecessary concerns for women. Many women just have different sizes and shapes and in my opinion shouldn't be labeled. I recommend an in person consultation with a plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and be measured. After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size implants, if interested. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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Answer: Not tuberous; Round is good Unfortunately, surgeons have created the term tuberous breasts, a fact which causes unnecessary concerns for women. Many women just have different sizes and shapes and in my opinion shouldn't be labeled. I recommend an in person consultation with a plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and be measured. After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size implants, if interested. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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Answer: Tuberous breasts Thanks for your question. You do have some features of tuberous breast change, for example a constricted left lower pole, in addition to breast asymmetry. The overall shape could be improved with breast implants, specifically with the aim of augmenting and stretching out the lower pole of the breast. The conversation around anatomical vs round implants in your case is quite nuanced and would be best addressed in a face to face consultation with a plastic surgeon with a specialist interest in aesthetic breast surgery.
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Answer: Tuberous breasts Thanks for your question. You do have some features of tuberous breast change, for example a constricted left lower pole, in addition to breast asymmetry. The overall shape could be improved with breast implants, specifically with the aim of augmenting and stretching out the lower pole of the breast. The conversation around anatomical vs round implants in your case is quite nuanced and would be best addressed in a face to face consultation with a plastic surgeon with a specialist interest in aesthetic breast surgery.
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March 15, 2022
Answer: Have I got tuberous breasts? Dear Luminous971326
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March 15, 2022
Answer: Have I got tuberous breasts? Dear Luminous971326
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December 5, 2021
Answer: Have I got tuberous breasts? There are certainly some hallmarks of tuberous breasts. So a large areola with early herniation, high tight IMF and lack of a inferomedial quadrant of the breast. I would recommend Ergonomix implants (see video). It may need to be combined with other procedures like facial release, fat grafting, areolar reduction, addressing the herniation, etc.
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December 5, 2021
Answer: Have I got tuberous breasts? There are certainly some hallmarks of tuberous breasts. So a large areola with early herniation, high tight IMF and lack of a inferomedial quadrant of the breast. I would recommend Ergonomix implants (see video). It may need to be combined with other procedures like facial release, fat grafting, areolar reduction, addressing the herniation, etc.
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November 15, 2021
Answer: Breats augmentation and Lower pole constriction You do not have the classic tuberous breast deformity. However, you lower pole is slightly constricted, especially on the Left side. The nipple to fold distance is short, and your areolas are relatively large. There is also some asymmetry in both volume and shape, with the Left fold sitting higher. You obviously need a proper assessment before any surgery but based on your pics I would recommend smooth ergonomix implants placed in a dual plane pocket (partially under the muscle). Your Left breast needs a larger implant - approximately 50 Cc larger than the right.Your Left fold needs to be lowered. You also need to consider a peri-areolar or donut lift, with a scar around the nipple. This will reduce the size of your areolas and slightly lift the nipple to a more balanced position. Not the easiest surgery but if performed well you can achieve a beautiful and natural result. Best wishes
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November 15, 2021
Answer: Breats augmentation and Lower pole constriction You do not have the classic tuberous breast deformity. However, you lower pole is slightly constricted, especially on the Left side. The nipple to fold distance is short, and your areolas are relatively large. There is also some asymmetry in both volume and shape, with the Left fold sitting higher. You obviously need a proper assessment before any surgery but based on your pics I would recommend smooth ergonomix implants placed in a dual plane pocket (partially under the muscle). Your Left breast needs a larger implant - approximately 50 Cc larger than the right.Your Left fold needs to be lowered. You also need to consider a peri-areolar or donut lift, with a scar around the nipple. This will reduce the size of your areolas and slightly lift the nipple to a more balanced position. Not the easiest surgery but if performed well you can achieve a beautiful and natural result. Best wishes
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October 2, 2021
Answer: Breast Augmentation - Tuberous Breasts Just out of principle with textured, shaped implants, I don't do them. There is a small risk of a very rare lymphoma with textured implants- so I recommend smooth. The degree of tuberous change you have is small, so I'd do a regular breast augmentation and see how it turns out before I do something more invasive to correct the tuberous appearance. Best Wishes!!
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October 2, 2021
Answer: Breast Augmentation - Tuberous Breasts Just out of principle with textured, shaped implants, I don't do them. There is a small risk of a very rare lymphoma with textured implants- so I recommend smooth. The degree of tuberous change you have is small, so I'd do a regular breast augmentation and see how it turns out before I do something more invasive to correct the tuberous appearance. Best Wishes!!
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